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There’s always lots going on at Terhune Orchards, and this weekend is no exception, with food events on both Saturday and Sunday. Here’s the information just as it was sent to me, I’m doing the expedient thing here while I finish an editing project I’m working on. Closing in on finishing that! Have a delicious weekend … Continue reading →

Let’s just cut straight to the margaritas. Sure, it would be nice if you made (or ordered) some crunchy fish tacos, fruity tacos al pastor, or rich chicken enchiladas (maybe Suiza style?) to celebrate Cinco de Mayo on May 5. But don’t forget the margaritas. I’m a purist at heart (lime-based, no “slushies”), but this jalapeño“enhanced” version … Continue reading →

Welcome to New Jersey’s One-of-a-Kind, All-Jersey Event Set To Showcase the State’s Finest Craft Beer & Food (NJ Spice readers, scroll down for your $10 ticket discount code!) Get set for the Beer BBQ Bacon Showdown (aka B3), taking place Saturday, November 7 at Waterloo Village Concert Field in Stanhope, NJ. This is the FIRST festival … Continue reading →

I feel bad that I never write about beer. But the fact is, I can’t drink more than a sip or two myself, which makes it hard to cover. It’s not that I don’t like it, although I didn’t learn to until I moved to Colorado, home of Coors (which today I would find insipid), and land of … Continue reading →

I always like to get news from Jim Weaver, owner of Tre Piani and Tre Bar in Forrestal Village, and author of Locavore Adventures. Over the years, the restaurant has been the site of many of my family celebrations and dinners, including a couple of parties in their private 3rd floor room. (Would that be … Continue reading →

Discover the ancient ritual of the Chinese Tea Ceremony at the Peony Pavilion on Wednesday, May 21, 12-2 p.m. The tea and small plate networking luncheon kicks off the Peony Club, a series of educational demonstrations and discussions with topics of culture, music, cuisine, health, beauty, and fashion to be held at the restaurant. The cost for … Continue reading →

The list of participants for September 29th’s Epicurean Palette at Grounds for Sculpture keeps growing (see below), so be sure to get your tickets soon for one of the nicest ways to spend an afternoon you’ll find in Central New Jersey – and you’ll be supporting the arts at the same time! Here are the restaurants, caterers, … Continue reading →

The Rocky Hill Inn has caught Pi Day fever! This weekend (March 11-14), you can enjoy a piece of pie for $3.14, a bit of a bargain for a restaurant dessert for sure! I also noticed a very clever cocktail menu there with historical names, when I was enjoying one of their award-winning burgers recently. How about a … Continue reading →

Okay, in June. Winter was over, and I still had a canister of Trader Joe’s Wintry Blend coffee in the cupboard. Unlike other flavored coffees, which are made with (to me) harsh extracts, this one has whole spices ground up with the beans – cardamom, clove, pink and green peppercorns, a touch of cinnamon. I … Continue reading →

Welcome to the grilling season! The Rocky Hill Inn Eatery & Tavern has a special Bubbly Q promotion this month, and it’s a great idea for a casual weeknight. Each Tuesday/Wednesday, a special grilled or barbecued dish is featured at dinner, and for $20.10 (get it?) it comes with a glass of selected Champagne, sparkling wine, … Continue reading →